Where Willy Went (2004) by Nicolas Allen Hollie Long
This picture book tells the story of Willy, a sperm, and his journey as he tries to race against other sperm to reach the prize, an egg. The bodies of Mr. and Mrs. Browne are displayed, and once Willy wins the race, a baby begins to grow. It is recommended for preschool to grade two students.
This book is listed as one of 40 banned or challenged books from all over the world according to Islington Library and Heritage Services of the United Kingdom (2010). It is considered controversial because it shows how conception takes place.
The reviews on Amazon.com are nearly all favorable. People seem to appreciate a book that helps to explain conception to children. Many reviews note that the writing may be more appropriate for adults as a gag gift, but they are not opposed to the topic.
Hollie Long
This picture book tells the story of Willy, a sperm, and his journey as he tries to race against other sperm to reach the prize, an egg. The bodies of Mr. and Mrs. Browne are displayed, and once Willy wins the race, a baby begins to grow. It is recommended for preschool to grade two students.
This book is listed as one of 40 banned or challenged books from all over the world according to Islington Library and Heritage Services of the United Kingdom (2010). It is considered controversial because it shows how conception takes place.
The reviews on Amazon.com are nearly all favorable. People seem to appreciate a book that helps to explain conception to children. Many reviews note that the writing may be more appropriate for adults as a gag gift, but they are not opposed to the topic.
Islington Library and Heritage Services. (2010). Caution banned books week. Retrieved from http://www.islington.gov.uk/publicrecords/documents/LeisureandCulture/Pdf/Banned_Books_Children_Web27_09_2010.pdf
Where Willy went. (n.d.) Retrieved http://www.amazon.com/Where-Willy-Went-Story-Little/product-reviews/0099456486/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1